Belmont pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Belmont is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass declining, ragweed declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 40/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 53/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Belmont lies in the unglaciated hill country of southeastern Ohio, not far from the Muskingum River and Hocking Hills area woodlands. The surrounding landscape is dominated by Appalachian oak-hickory forest and pasture edge. The Muskingum River winds through the wider area, its banks favoring moisture-loving trees such as willow and alder.
The earliest pollen of the year here tends to come from willow and alder growing along Salt Creek, most active from late February through March. Tree pollen peaks next around Wayne National Forest, where oak and hickory dominate the canopy through most of April and May. Similar timing shows up near Wills Creek and the natural areas around Hocking Hills area woodlands, with only minor local variation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Belmont right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Belmont are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Belmont tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Belmont will be different from today, with ambrosia, grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Belmont this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Belmont?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Belmont. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Belmont?
How often is the Belmont pollen forecast updated?
The Belmont pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Belmont come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in Belmont based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Belmont, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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